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Words from our Customers

 

Pam Nowina, Co-Chair, Ontario Hydro Board , Ontario, Canada

"We have traveled to China, Italy, Japan, Hawaii, etc, etc. This was the best trip we have ever had! Our group ranged from 7 years old to 68 years old. Everyone loved it. The kids never complained of boredom. A highlight for us was the “kitchen party” in Bonavista. To see our 13 year old grandson without an iPod in his ear, playing his heart out on the spoons was amazing. The “spoons” are his favourite souvenir. He is a natural. Our 7 year old is now an expert on whales, puffins, and jellyfish. We loved all the houses (everything was in perfect shape) and all the people we met. The scenery was amazing and your recommendations for things to see and do were great.  Thanks so much. We are passing the word on to others".

 

Susan Crawford, Registered Nurse, British Columbia, Canada

"Really Really loved Newfoundland. Loved: stopping all over the place…”Quilts 4 Sale”, “Chip Truck ahead”, tiny little museums filled with really old stuff! The Geology…it is aptly named “The Rock” The pubs, the food, the fun, the sights, the music, the people, the sea.  Thanks for that Ken".  Read More>>

 

Sandra Wiseman, Cambridge, Canada

"I just wanted to let you know how much fun we had and the view was spectacular. The other two couples were in awe the whole week. We saw icebergs on the back of Bell Island, went down the iron ore mines, had a few picnics near the ocean on our travels around. We also got to see a lot of humpback whales in Bay Bulls. They had just come in two days prior and there had to be at least 30 in the cove while we were there. We went out on a small 20 ft boat and they were as twice as big as the boat, They were under the boat and so close that we got spayed a couple of times. I was a little nervous a few times. Oh and those great little Puffins are fun to watch. I have recommended your cottage to everyone I have talked to and we will be back. I will tell you the weather was not great but we made the most of it and the other two couples said it was the best holiday they have ever had".

 

Ruth Bacon, Toronto, Canada

"We love Hipitch-so pretty & cozy. Ate well, slept well, played well.  Signal Hill kept us enthrawled as well as fit.  We enjoyed the Regatta, the fresh fish from the Depot, and Velma's Cod tounges.  Off to Heart's Delight tomorrow- can't wait for the next leg of the adventure".

 

Richard Goddard, Producer, "The Current", CBC Radio One, Toronto, Canada

"Staying at Hipditch is like falling into the travel section of the New Yorker.  A big, fluffy, down-filled mariner's dream complete with Celtic CD's, view of the bay, and, oh yeah, did I mention the seaside cliffs off the backyard?  You'll be many things during your stay, but you will not be "...a broken man on a Halifax pier"

 

Al Rae, Artistic Director, Canadian Broadcasting Corp., Winnipeg Comedy Festival

"Hipditch House: The Best Seat In The Harbour.  The jaw dropping view, the quiet serenity, the glorious deck, and the beautiful winding paths all add up to a stay that has to be experienced to believe. Sit on the knee of history: from Signal Hill, the cradle of modern telecommunications that looms overhead, to the impressive cracking of icebergs below; distant relatives of the great white mountain that sunk Titanic. Here is the resting place for the weary jet lagged modern soul. A trip that feeds head and heart".

 

Michelle & James Glave, British Columbia, Canada

"So cozy and welcoming- we loved the house!  Deck is fabulous, neighbours friendly & helpful.  St. John's is a hoot!  Rowdy, unpretentious, original, and authentic.  Our favorite was the hike up Signal Hill & visit to Ferryland.  Thanks so much".

Lysa Rogers, North Carolina, USA

"Thanks very muchfor sharing your lovely cottage with us.  THis is one of the best places ever and we enjoyed everything about it.  Hope to return".

 

Geraldine Dunn, Ontario, Canada

"This house [Hipditch] has helped makeone of our best trips home"

 

Ivor and Helen Roberts, Retired, Aurora, Canada

"Thanks so much for letting us be a part of your adventure.   One of our best vacations ever! Lots of opportunities to explore both the fascinating history and the amazing natural setting of Newfoundland. Great place, cozy, warm, and welcoming.    Enjoyed meeting the family-fantastic scenery  Hipditch- Amazing views from the deck-loved the harbour and the walking trails-very comfortable & homey accommodations-had a great time".

 

Tony Elias, Environmental Engineer, Aurora, Canada

"Thank you for introducing us to the land of Shore Lunches, Quidi Vidi beer and Cod au Gratin. We truly had a fantastic vacation this summer and look forward to more visits to Newfoundland & Labrador.   Our memories of Heart's Delight will last a lifetime. Our day trips to Trinity, Cape St. Mary's Ecological Reserve and Dildo Island were awesome. The 'pageant' in Trinity was a testament of how proud the islanders are of their heritage. It was by far the most inspiring theatre production that we've ever attended".

 

Trudy Winter, Travel Consultant, St. John's Newfoundland, Canada

"Oh Ken what a time we had. The house is just great! [Thomas Mouland House] We watched whales from the deck and took full advantage of the sun that we had all three days! A couple of icebergs still around but the whales were incredible. Standing at the lighthouse they were just offshore and put on a fine show! Loved the root cellars at Elliston! Went to dinner at Fisher's Loft which was delicious and then to Trinity and took in a play. Yesterday we took in the Pageant! It was great, sunny and warm with the occasional breeze off the iceberg in the harbour to keep you cool while you walked.We had a perfect getaway.  Thankyou for the house, it was excellent".

 

Lesia Capone, Producer, Toronto, Canada

"Blair and I have a lovely time in Heart’s Delight the cottage was comfortable and had everything we were looking for. Gerry and Elizabeth were very welcoming and helpful. Jordon’s concert was fantastic".

 

Geoff Jarvis, IT Consultant, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, USA

"The beach at Salmon Cove was amazing.   Hospitality, wit and humour make me want to return. Keep up the good work Ken, this project deserves to succeed"I wanted to e-mail you first thing this week, but have been so so busy at work after being away to tell you that the cottage was so great, I think it was the best one we have ever stayed in".

 

Jacob & Susan D'Aniello, Palmyra, Virginia, USA

"Thank you again for the wonderful meal and warm hospitality.  The house was wonderful & we appreciated the opportunity to get out on the water.  Newfoundland is a fantastic place & we can't wait to get back. You always have a friend in Virginia".

 

Bruce & Terri Robertson, Retired, Aurora, Canada

"What a beautiful spot.   We had great weather, and a most enjoyable time.   Good luck to the future.   We are sure you made the right decision.   We'll spread the word."

 

Pat & Jean Slayden , Wood River, Il, USA

"What a nice spot.  Love the furnishings, and the view.    Quaint cottage, great country & wonderful people."

 

Sarah Goetz & Terry Hammond, Perth, Australia

"Lovely little cottage, Fantastic spot.   The kids LOVED the dancing lobster".

 

Susan Baker, Robert Van Beers, Toronto, Canada

"Great cottage, lovely family. [Heart's Delight]   Fantastic place with a great view & deck.   North Head Trail was fabulous".